language
US /ˈlæŋ.ɡwɪdʒ/
UK /ˈlæŋ.ɡwɪdʒ/
1.
语言
the method of human communication, either spoken or written, consisting of the use of words in a structured and conventional way
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English is a widely spoken language.
英语是一种广泛使用的语言。
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She is fluent in several languages.
她精通多种语言。
2.
语言
the system of communication used by a particular community or country
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The official language of Brazil is Portuguese.
巴西的官方语言是葡萄牙语。
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They are trying to preserve their native language.
他们正在努力保护他们的母语。
3.
语言, 文风
the style of a piece of writing or speech
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The legal document was written in very formal language.
这份法律文件是用非常正式的语言写的。
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His rude language offended many people.
他粗鲁的言语冒犯了许多人。